1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 96 L |
